2005 MCC Smart vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto. 2002 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | MCC | Kia |
| Model | Smart | Visto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
